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    4.6 (958 reviews)
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    New tankless! Woo hoo!
    Dave F.

    Kitchen faucet broke, we knew we would also likely need to replace the janky water heater we inherited when we purchased our house a few years ago. Grant came by, gave us an honest assessment and quote. My wife and I felt pretty good about their approach, so we added a house water filter too. Small job became a bigger job and they were able to scale up and keep the ball rolling. By the end of the day our old water heater was removed with a temp set up in its place. New water heater and filter were on-site. Day 2: Water heater (new tankless - requiring a new gas line) and kitchen faucet installed and running flawlessly. Day 3: Water filter installed and doing its magic. Core's plumbers are all professional and on-time. You'll receive text updates with the guys' names, photos, and ETA's the day of the work. They do good, complete work and clean everything up afterwards. All of this makes them unicorns in a post-pandemic world, from my experience. They back their work. (They even put up with my highly-reactive - thus barky - puppy very well.) They might not be the budget-friendliest solution, but you get what you pay for with plumbing in lovely San Diego. We'll continue to use CP if/when things come up and recommend them to friends without hesitation.

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    Chris A.

    Outstanding Water Heater Installation. Grant did an exceptional job installing our new water heater. From start to finish, he was professional, knowledgeable, and courteous. He arrived on time, clearly explained the installation process, and took the time to answer all of our questions. The quality of his work was outstanding. The installation was completed efficiently, and everything was left clean and tidy when the job was finished. It's clear that Grant takes great pride in his craftsmanship and pays close attention to detail. He made sure everything was working perfectly before he left and gave us confidence that the system was installed correctly and safely.

    When my wall oven broke, I bought a new oven but realized none of the newer models would fit the cavity in my kitchen because the existing gas line and the pressure regulator from the cooktop were hitting the back of the oven. I called Core Plumbing for an evaluation. Tony was very thorough in his assessment, answered all of my questions and was very honest about the potential issues that we could run into. We would have to cut the drywall, move the gas line and modify the angle of the pressure regulator. Once I agreed to the scope of the work, Joseph and Mikey came out to complete it. They were very knowledgeable and methodical in their approach and were able to complete the work. Their work was very high quality and they were even able to install the oven and verify that everything looked good. This was a project that multiple companies had refused since it was difficult to get right so I'm thankful that Core Plumbing was able to help me with this!

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    Han Z.

    Kevin came to our house to performing some plumbing that was needed. He did a thorough inspection and was able to find not only what was asked, but some other critical plumbing related items in the house that needed to be replaced. he is very knowledgeable and explained the entire process/components thoroughly in a matter that we can understand. He was able to give us a quote right away, which we thought was very reasonable especially for someone of his expertise. He completed the work in a timely matter and with care. We feel extremely satisfied and will call him again in the future for any of our Plumbing needs. Core Plumbing is a company that you can trust to do the right thing with attention to detail and at a very reasonable cost. Highly recommend.

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    These guys have done a great job fixing problems from other plumbers mistakes. Friendly and professional as well.

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    26 days ago

    Excellent experience all around. Great communication up front and quality craftsmanship.

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    Grant was really nice to have helped me today. Core Plumbing has been doing my neighbors Plumbing work for last 20 years!

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    13 days ago

    Josh was thoughtful and courteous and explained various options to consider. He and his partner worked diligently to get the job done.

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    Solid wotk and excellent expertise. I wpuld recommend them and wouldn't hesitate to use them again.

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    Great customer service and very knowledgeable. Took care of so many of my random plumbing issues.

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    Very responsive, knowledgeable and efficient. They clearly explained what they needed to do and fixed the leak.

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    Josh was a very competent plumber for a complex job--and he was very nice too! I'll certainly call Core the next time I need a plumber.

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    Great service! Knowledgeable and charged a fair price - unlike other companies we contacted. Would definitely use them again in the future!

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    Timely and efficient service. Did a great job repairing my sink and getting the drain all back into place.

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    Ask the Community - Core Plumbing

    Where the water comes out of the wall for the tub the part broke off and it is cast iron piping, can this be replaced at the breaking point?

    We will need to book a no charge assessment and get eyes on the problem. The plumber will then be able to answer your questions and provide you with options for repair!

    Can you help with bathtub that has cracks?

    We can help by giving you options to replace the tub.

    Hi! The issues are: adjust the temperature in the shower - only hot water emits - rest of the house is fine, replace the outside spigot, and replace the kitchen faucet. Does your company work on these items? Thanks!

    Yes we do! We are happy to serve. Please call or book online to schedule your visit!

    I have a 1200 sqft condo with regular gas water heater. I like to replace it with a tankless water heater. I need help with selection and installation. Apporx how much will total cost, including removal of existing one?…

    Hi Ed! We’ll be happy to help with this. Conversions in condos can be tricky because of different venting/gas requirements and how that may affect the need for HOA approval. Best thing to do would be to book an appointment for us to meet with you… 

    Hello, I'm in need of a hot water heater replacement. I have already purchased it and would like it swapped out today if possible. I also need the water softener removed and the 1" water line bypassed. Could you please provide me with an estimate?

    Hello, please give us a call to schedule the inspection. I do believe we have an opening today but the schedule is filling up quickly. Please call to confirm, we’ll be happy to assist.

    Hi we need someone to remove current stacked washer and dryer. Remove current washer pan. Install new bigger washer pan before new washer and dryer deliver next Saturday. Please quote?

    Happy to help! Please schedule a no cost evaluation so we can confirm scope and provide quote for repairs.

    Does this company fix cast iron pipes and main lines?

    Yes indeed!

    What is the average cost of a water heater in a condo?

    It varies greatly. Many variables with condominium installations. Best to schedule an appointment so we can provide an accurate assessment. Please go ahead and book your appointment online or by phone, we’re happy to help!

    Do you service North County San Diego - Rancho Peñasquitos?

    Yes!

    Do you come down as far as SDSU?

    Yes!

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    Review Highlights - Core Plumbing

    Follow-up by Don, the Owner, who got my request for details on my most recent job throughly explained to me.

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    Quick Water Heater & Filtration Company

    Quick Water Heater & Filtration Company

    4.8
    (779 reviews)

    We've used Quick Water Heater & Filtration Company twice now and have been very happy both times…read more Our first install was back in 2019 with Gregg and Jacob, and everything went smoothly. This time around, our Rheem water heater failed before reaching even 7 years, despite having a 12‑year warranty. Even though Quick is closed on weekends, Brandon texted me and set us up first thing Monday morning. Ben (sales) was extremely helpful, walked me through all the options, and made a genuine effort to get Rheem to honor the warranty. Unfortunately, Rheem couldn't provide a replacement and instead offered fair market compensation (still TBD). Not thrilled with Rheem, but Ben handled the situation professionally and kept me informed throughout. We ultimately went with a Bradford White, and Sammy installed it the same day. His work was excellent--professional, efficient, and spotless cleanup. The Bradford White + installation was very reasonable and very surprisingly comparable to my prior installation. Very impressed with Quick's responsiveness, professionalism, and ability to turn everything around in a single day. Highly recommend them.

    Really dislike giving low star reviews. This is an established company. We enjoyed working with…read morethem in the past. Higher in pricing, but we used to praise their customer service. We are loyal to our vendors/contractors as great workmanship is not always easy to come by. In the past Jacob, Erik, and others on the team were always professional, prompt, down to earth-- and all experts. They installed our 3 water heaters from them and a whole house filtration system. We have recommended them to our neighbors as well. Had the most uncomfortable conversation with owner Brandon who we've never interacted with in the past. Shockingly rude. I even said, "sounds like I caught you at a bad time" - yikes. A top contender for most negative and weird vibes from a sales/client interaction. This call happened after a slightly frustrating visit with Ben who admitted he only has 1 year of experience and was trying to keep up as best as he could. He was actively trying to learn on the spot. He was honest which I commend. Ben left saying he needs an actual technician present along with the owner's help to develop a more solid option and plan to move forward. Not a problem at all. It must be frustrating being an expert in your field having to speak about the same products and concepts with home owners who are relearning different/new systems on the fly. But if customer service is not your forte, stick to delegating and take hospitality courses so your loyal customers don't feel like they have to be apologetic for having questions on a $11k quote. Sadly, a "could have been better" 2/5 star experience, wish we could stick with them. Pro tip, maybe ask to exclusively interface with the seasoned members of their crew with 5+ years of experience so you avoid any negativity and can actually get the work you need done.

    EZ Breezy Heating & Air

    EZ Breezy Heating & Air

    4.9
    (220 reviews)

    This is our second time using EZ Breezy and we are so glad we hired them again. Our experience was…read moreexcellent from start to finish. The installation team was professional, efficient, respectful of our home, and did a great job with the replacement of our AC system. Everything was completed on time, they cleaned up after themselves, and our new unit has been working perfectly. A special thank you to Ed, who went above and beyond to help us through the process. He took the time to understand our situation and worked incredibly hard to find a solution that made replacing our system possible for our family. We truly appreciated his honesty, kindness, and willingness to advocate for us. While I know our circumstances were unique, the level of care and customer service he provided made a stressful situation so much easier. It's rare to find a company that combines quality workmanship with genuine compassion for its customers. We highly recommend them and are so grateful for everyone who helped us get our home comfortable again.

    I highly recommend EZ Breezy…read more We had a maintenance service call for a dual split heat pump system. Serge was on time. He's very knowledgeable. He let me watch over his shoulder as he was doing the service. He explained the pressure readings on his test gear. I'm an engineer so I know that he was being honest. He checked the inside units and explained everything about the operation.

    West Coast Heating Air Solar

    West Coast Heating Air Solar

    4.9
    (1.4k reviews)

    We had a full HVAC installation that included removing the old units, relocating the new units from…read morethe garage to the attic, moving the thermostat, installing all new ductwork, and cleaning and replacing all vents. It was a Big job, and I must say the West Coast team did an excellent job. Communication was great throughout, and the entire team was a pleasure to work with. We had a couple of other companies provide quotes, and West Coast beat them all! They were reliable, professional, and affordable. The installation went smooth and passed all inspections with flying colors! Thank you to the West Coast Team for the Great service!

    Uriel Blancas is the HVAC tech who did the spring maintenance re-check today and he did an…read moreexemplary job. 10/10, FIVE STARS IN ALL ASPECTS. TIMELY- Uriel called 30 min before his arrival and then, arrived at the stated time. This is particularly helpful so I can move my bunny to another room with all of his belongings. ATTENTION TO DETAIL - I saw him place a protective cloth down on the floor before he placed the ladder and tools down. I also noticed there was a bottle of cleaner with his supplies. He cleaned the inside vents as well as the compressor on the roof. He also tied off a loose wire/when checking the air handler in the ceiling. KNOWLEDGEABLE and THROROUGH - Uriel did a complete system check and then, he sat down with me to explain what was done and why. He addressed the concerns I had about some of the prior readings in terms that I could understand and shared tips that will help ensure my system runs at its most efficient. Example: A higher MERV doesn't always mean "better" and can actually restrict the airflow. He said that for my particular system I should use a MERV10 filter and change it every 3 months. He changed my filters and then, left me with two spares to use before the fall check comes. FRIENDLY - In the course of chatting with Uriel, it came up that I might benefit from having more filtered air coming into my condo. He made a recommendation for a part that would replace the standalone room air purifier I currently use. He placed this info into the after-visit summary so I can "research it and see if it fits with my needs and finances." There was zero pressure to make a purchase on the spot. And while this next item has nothing to do with the knowledge or ability of an HVAC tech, I greatly appreciate that he did NOT smell like cigarette / e-cigarette smoke or strong cologne as I have a bunny and people in my family have asthma. Thank you, Uriel, for a job well done.

    Core Plumbing - plumbing - Updated July 2026

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